The van was part of a $5 million commitment to lead testing by county officials.
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State AG’s office announces lawsuit against Syracuse landlord for repeated lead violations at multiple properties
The lawsuit targets Todd Hobbs’ 19 properties and seeks fines, restitution and ongoing inspections to protect tenants.
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Remaining tenants at Skyline Apartments face ultimatum: Leave now or be evicted
Residents still living there are being labeled as “squatters” impeding progress toward fixing poor living conditions, but tenants say they simply don’t have anywhere to go
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South Side case highlights clash between tenant protections, landlord rights in Syracuse
A single mother’s case is raising questions about judges’ discretion in local eviction enforcement cases.
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Advocates worry body cameras for code enforcement officers could mean privacy issues for residents
City residents will have until May 29 to submit comments on the plan, which city officials say would help code officers better document the conditions of a property during an inspection.
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Large construction, renovation projects spark renewed concerns for lead advocates
New construction and renovation projects are causing concern for lead advocates who worry about the risks large-scale projects pose.
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Syracuse community picks doula care collaboration to receive $150K to fight lead crisis
The winning group included Village Birth International, Sankofa Reproductive Health & Healing Center, Doula 4 a Queen, zenG Wellness and Cafe Sankofa.
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Skyline residents worry about displacement as renovations ramp up
Clear Investment has started running Skyline Apartments and two other Green National-owned properties. Residents are worried about displacement.
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Voting to start on funding proposals to increase lead testing in Syracuse
The voting will cap an eight-month process by community members and the Community Foundation to increase lead testing.
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With New York budget late, advocates eye ‘good cause’ eviction protections
One study projects that two-thirds of all renter households in the county could receive protections under the “good cause” proposal.
